Wilson: Hack recalls stories that drew him to sports journalism
This summer, I’ll be back at home. I’ll be in Maryland for as long of a stretch of time as I’ve had in years. Read more »
Writer archives: David Wilson
Norton suspended for spring due to violation of team rules
In his final media availability of the spring, Syracuse head coach Scott Shafer explained Ryan Norton’s conspicuous absence from the Orange’s Spring Game on Saturday. Read more »
Wilson: Spring Game boosts hype for improving Syracuse program
It was only 4,071, but the attendance was an improvement from last year — and it was 4,071 who genuinely seemed excited to be there. And what they saw wasn’t always pretty, but usually at least resembled and somehow finished with a football score. Read more »
McDonald says freshman H-back Cooper could redshirt for 2014 season
Despite the hype he received as one of the first in a line of talented wide receiver recruits that Syracuse has brought in during the past few offseasons, Corey Cooper could redshirt during the 2014 season, George McDonald said. Read more »
Moore lines up at center, delivers biggest block of Spring Game
After playing mostly tight end last year and lining up at tackle earlier this spring, Kendall Moore got time at center in the Spring Game with the second team and delivered the biggest block of the offense’s 34-27 win against the defense Saturday. Read more »
Wilson leads offense to 2 touchdowns in 2nd half after sitting out 1st
Rising sophomore Austin Wilson has struggled to start the spring, but made strides in his case to be the backup quarterback with a strong two-touchdown performance in the second half of Syracuse's Spring Game on Saturday. Read more »
Shorthanded Syracuse will use alternative scoring system in Spring Game
Syracuse is banged up on the offensive line, and will be forced to pit the defense against the offense, rather than Team Orange against Team White like in last year’s game. Read more »
Syracuse unveils new Nike uniforms to debut in 2014 season
A longtime jerseys rumor was confirmed when former players Charley Loeb, Jerome Smith and Marquis Spruill slipped onto the stage from behind a curtain in blue, white and gray jerseys, respectively. Read more »
Miller gets 1st-team reps at center for Syracuse at open practice, Trudo lines up at right guard
John Miller served as Syracuse's center during practice Tuesday. Rob Trudo shifted to right guard. Read more »
Several players on both sides of ball miss Syracuse open practice Tuesday
Several players missed Syracuse's open practice Tuesday afternoon due to various injuries. Read more »
Assistant coaches Acosta, Adam bring Division-III roots to Syracuse
Joe Adam had primarily worked on the defensive side of the ball for the past five years, but replaces Pat Perles as the Orange’s offensive line coach. Bobby Acosta fills a previously vacant position as tight ends coach — offensive coordinator George McDonald handled those duties last year — and the spot on the staff previously occupied by wide receivers coach Rob Moore. Read more »
Syracuse season opener against Villanova moved to Aug. 29
Syracuse’s season-opening game against Villanova, originally scheduled for Aug. 30, has been pushed up a day to Friday, Aug. 29, chief communications officer Joe Giansante confirmed. Read more »
ACC announces return to North Carolina in 2019 after 2-year stint at Barclays Center
A day after announcing that the ACC tournament will move to Barclays Center in New York in 2017 and 2018, the league announced that it will return to North Carolina for a two-year stint starting in 2019. Read more »
Wilson: Syracuse's late-season collapse remains inexplicable
From a 25-0 start to a 3-6 finish, there is no easy answer for the Orange’s epic collapse, and that’s reason for concern. Read more »
Christmas keeps Orange close in season-ending loss to Dayton
Rakeem Christmas finished with only six points on 3-of-5 shooting, but his offense early in the game kept the Orange within striking distance, and he stayed out of foul trouble for long enough to anchor Syracuse’s defense. Read more »
Woeful Syracuse offense doesn't make 3-pointer for 1st time since 1995
As Trevor Cooney sputtered in Syracuse's season-ending loss to Dayton on Saturday, the Orange's offense failed to net a single 3-pointer. Read more »
Boeheim discusses great shooters at college, NBA levels
Jim Boeheim has had plenty of elite shooters during his days at Syracuse. During the last decade alone, he’s coached Gerry McNamara, Andy Rautins, Eric Devendorf and James Southerland. Read more »
Dayton assistant Griffin prepares to face alma mater SU in NCAA Tournament
Allen Griffin was a guard for SU from 1997-2001 where he started 68 total games and averaged 10.8 points per game as a senior. He's now in his third year as an assistant for the Flyers. Read more »
Former teammates Ennis, Pierre prepare for NCAA Tournament matchup
No. 3-seed Syracuse squares off against No. 11-seed Dayton on Saturday, Tyler Ennis will take the floor against Dyshawn Pierre, a fellow Canadian and former CIA Bounce teammate. Read more »
Dayton upsets Ohio State to face Syracuse in Round of 32
Vee Sanford hit a runner with 3.8 seconds left to propel the Flyers past the Buckeyes in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Syracuse will face Dayton on Saturday at approximately 7:10 p.m. Read more »
Christmas, Keita play strong defense, contain Whittington in post
Shayne Whittington was an important part of Western Michigan's offense heading into its game against Syracuse, but Baye Moussa Keita and Rakeem Christmas defended him well in a blowout win. Read more »
Fair finds efficiency, comfort zone in 14-point, 11-rebound performance against Broncos
Fair scored 14 points on a efficient 6-of-13 shooting, but also hit the glass for a team-high 11 rebounds. After being forced into carrying the offensive load down the stretch of the regular season, the Syracuse senior was able to pick his spots and play within his game. Read more »
A STEP FORWARD: Cooney regains shooting touch as No. 3-seed Syracuse cruises past No. 14-seed Western Michigan
Syracuse advanced to play Dayton in the third round of the NCAA Tournament, beating Western Michigan 77-53 in convincing fashion Thursday. Read more »
Struggling Syracuse opens NCAA Tournament play against Western Michigan
No. 3-seed Syracuse's shooting woes makes it susceptible to a potential upset at the hands of No. 14-seed Western Michigan in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday. Read more »
